Evolving from The Furniture Awards, the refreshed awards format has seen a 196% increase in entries, reflecting the industry’s enthusiasm for this elevated platform. For the first time, entries were open to all stakeholders, from brands and manufacturers to retailers and service providers, creating a truly sector-wide celebration.

The shortlist features some of the most recognisable names in furniture, including Furniture Village, Bensons for Beds, Arighi Bianchi, La-Z-Boy UK, At The Helm & Hydeline Furniture, The Sofa Delivery Company (DFS Group), Tetrad, and Castelan, among many others.

Award categories on the night will include Design Innovation, Retailer of the Year, Superior Service, Sustainability, and Best Marketing Campaign.

“We’re incredibly proud to be recognised as finalists in this year’s Excellence in Furniture Awards. It’s a real testament to the passion, dedication, and hard work of our amazing teams across the business. Congratulations and the very best of luck to all the finalists – it’s an honour to stand alongside such outstanding companies in our industry.” said Furniture Village

“The whole team are extremely proud to have made the shortlist for ‘Best of British’ award in the inaugural Excellence in Furniture Awards. It will no doubt be a fiercely contested category so just to be in the mix means a lot to all our employees. We're looking forward to what looks to be a fantastic event.” said Tetrad

“We’re so proud to be shortlisted for the first-ever Excellence in Furniture Awards in the ‘Global Player’ category – it’s a huge honour that celebrates our dedication to design, quality, and innovation.” said At The Helm & Hydeline Furniture

The winners will be announced at a gala ceremony hosted by a surprise celebrity guest on Monday 19 January, at the NEC Birmingham, bringing together leading figures from across the sector for an evening of celebration, networking, and entertainment, complete with a three-course dinner and live music.

With excitement building and tables selling fast, the event promises to be a highlight of the furniture industry calendar.

About the Excellence in Furniture Awards:

The Excellence in Furniture Awards is in partnership with Snap Finance and is brought to you by The Furniture Shows. Held in conjunction with the January Furniture Show, the awards ceremony will take place on the evening of Monday 19 January at the NEC, Birmingham. This inaugural awards ceremony will gather 350 leading brands, retailers, manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers to honour the brightest stars in the industry.

As part of Clarion Events' portfolio, which includes the January Furniture Show, the Manchester Furniture Show, Home & Gift Buyers’ Festival, Top Drawer, and the digital platform Retail Revealed, the Excellence in Furniture Awards will provide an unforgettable evening of recognition and celebration of the furniture industry.

Secure your place at the furniture industry’s biggest night.

Contacts:
• General enquiries: hello@excellenceinfurnitureawards.com
• Press enquiries: Georgia Walkden, georgia.walkden@clarionevents.com
• Table and sponsor enquiries: Paria Mercer, advertising@thefurnitureshows.com